Streets & Drainage Operator I

City of The Colony; The Colony (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

City of The Colony in Texas seeks a maintenance worker to repair concrete on streets and sidewalks, prepare work sites, and operate power and hand tools while ensuring public safety. Strong customer service and teamwork are essential, with duties including coordinating with the public and city staff.

Candidate must have a High School Diploma or GED, a Texas Class C license with a clean record, and must obtain a Class B CDL within six months.

Qualifications

• Requires a High School Diploma or GED.
• Must have a Texas driver’s license, Class “C”, with an acceptable driving record.
• Must obtain Class “B” CDL license within six months of employment.
• Good customer service skills and ability to read written instructions.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs with concrete on streets, alleys, and sidewalks.
• Operate power tools and hand tools with proper safety equipment.
• Prepare sites for concrete work and handle strenuous physical tasks.
• Communicate effectively with the public and City employees.
• Set up secure work zones using cones and barricades for public safety.
• Respond to callouts during emergencies and work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Lift up to 50 pounds routinely and up to 100 pounds occasionally.

Skills

Customer service

Safety procedures

Communication

Power tools

Hand tools

Reading manuals

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Power tools

Hand tools

Concrete equipment

Job description

Under supervision of the Streets & Drainage Manager, work along with crews to make repairs to various streets, alleys, and sidewalks working with concrete. Provide citizens with the best customer service possible, demonstrating concern for each request for service or assistance.

• Performs maintenance and repairs with concrete to various streets, alleys, and sidewalks.
• Performs work with various power tools and hand tools using proper safety equipment.
• Prepares site for concrete which may include strenuous physical activities.
• Ability to work well with the public and with co-workers at all times.
• Communicate effectively and courteously with the public and other City employees in person, by radio, in writing, and by telephone.
• Ability to follow the chain of command, receptive to instruction and supervision. Adapts to changing procedures and special assignments.
• Ability to set up secure work zones using cones and barricades to ensure public safety at all times.
• Completes tasks within time constraints using proper equipment and safety gear. Performs each task with safety in mind at all times.
• This position is subject to callouts during emergencies and must respond when contacted. May be placed on stand‑by status if emergency conditions are anticipated.
• Routinely lifts and carries up to 50 pounds, occasionally lifts or moves up to 100 pounds. Works with various hand tools, power tools, and concrete equipment. Climbs, lifts, squats, and bends for extended periods of time. Works outdoors in extreme heat or cold temperature swings and during inclement weather; exposed to dust, fumes, and loud noises.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Good customer service skills. Ability to work well with other employees as a team. Ability to read and understand written instructions and manuals. Knowledge of power tools and hand tools. High School Diploma or GED. Texas driver’s license, Class “C”, with an acceptable driving record. Must be obtain Class “B” CDL license within six months of employment.